TL; DR
- Apple unveiled iOS 26, featuring a new “Liquid Glass” design for iPhone.
- The update supports iPhone 11, iPhone SE (2nd gen), and all newer models.
- Support is ending for the iPhone XS, XS Max, and iPhone XR models.
It’s that time of year again. Apple kicked off its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) today, unveiling significant updates across its operating systems. Say hello to iOS 26, an update centered around a sleek, new design language that Apple has dubbed “Liquid Glass.”
While a new look is exciting, the biggest question for many users is whether their current iPhone will support the new update. True to its reputation for long-term device support, which typically covers products for six years, Apple confirmed a wide range of iPhones will be compatible.
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All iPhones compatible with iOS 26
Full List of iPhones Supporting iOS 26:
- iPhone 16e
- iPhone 16 and 16 Plus
- iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max
- iPhone 15 and 15 Plus
- iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 14 and 14 Plus
- iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 13 and 13 mini
- iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12 and 12 mini
- iPhone 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (2nd gen and newer)
Three Models Dropped from Support
However, with every new software generation, some older models are left behind. This year, Apple is officially ending its software update cycle for three popular models from 2018.
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The following iPhones will not support iOS 26:
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone XR
It’s important to note that even if your iPhone is on the compatibility list, it may not receive every new feature.
iOS 26 Release Date
For developers eager to get started, the first beta of iOS 26 is expected to be available today. The final, stable version will be released to the public this fall, likely right after the launch of the new iPhone lineup.
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